National World War I Memorial
GPTKB entity
Statements (120)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:memorial
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| gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Joseph_Weishaar
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| gptkbp:architectural_style |
neoclassical
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| gptkbp:commemorates |
American soldiers
U. S. involvement in World War I |
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
2020s
granite and bronze |
| gptkbp:contains |
a visitor center
a bronze statue a reflecting pool a central plaza a wall of stars |
| gptkbp:dedicated_to |
gptkb:World_War_I_veterans
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| gptkbp:design |
neoclassical
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| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:Joseph_Weishaar
gptkb:Fentress_Architects gptkb:The_National_World_War_I_Memorial_Advisory_Committee |
| gptkbp:designed_for |
public access
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| gptkbp:features |
water features
landscaping bronze sculptures commemorative events a bronze statue a reflecting pool a large plaza a wall of stars a bronze sculpture a large stone arch lighting for night viewing |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
National World War I Memorial
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| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:educational_programs
inscriptions of names artistic elements educational displays |
| gptkbp:inscription |
The Great War for the Civilization
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| gptkbp:inspired_by |
the original design competition
the original WWI memorial proposals |
| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
people with disabilities
the public |
| gptkbp:is_adjacent_to |
gptkb:the_World_War_II_Memorial
other war memorials |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
memorial events
World War I commemoration |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
its architectural significance
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Veterans_Day
veterans groups annual ceremonies veteran parades |
| gptkbp:is_connected_to |
gptkb:historical_narratives
local history |
| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
commemorative events
engage the public reflection and remembrance honor the fallen |
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
gptkb:historical_records
gptkb:media_coverage government publications photographic archives |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
tourist guides
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| gptkbp:is_funded_by |
private donations
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| gptkbp:is_incorporated_in |
cultural events
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| gptkbp:is_linked_to |
gptkb:historical_events
historical research cultural heritage preservation other national memorials |
| gptkbp:is_maintained_by |
National Park Service staff
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| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:shopping_mall
national heritage sites the National Mall civic pride initiatives U. S. history |
| gptkbp:is_prominent_in |
national consciousness
Washington, D. C. landscape |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
gptkb:local_government
cultural organizations government initiatives |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_through |
social media campaigns
community outreach programs educational outreach programs |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a site of reflection
a national landmark |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:American_Battle_Monuments_Commission
gptkb:the_American_Institute_of_Architects gptkb:the_National_Trust_for_Historic_Preservation |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
architectural significance
its design excellence |
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
gptkb:educational_programs
federal funding historical societies community volunteers veteran organizations philanthropic contributions local community efforts various veterans organizations |
| gptkbp:is_surrounded_by |
landscaped gardens
|
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
national unity
|
| gptkbp:is_utilized_by |
schools for field trips
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| gptkbp:is_utilized_for |
ceremonial purposes
ceremonial gatherings |
| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
thousands of tourists annually
thousands of visitors annually |
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:managed_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
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| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:2021
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Pershing_Park
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| gptkbp:promotes |
historical education
public remembrance |
| gptkbp:represents |
sacrifice of American soldiers
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| gptkbp:serves_as |
a site for remembrance
|
| gptkbp:significance |
honors American soldiers
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| gptkbp:size |
over 1 acre
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| gptkbp:style |
contemporary design
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| gptkbp:supports |
historical education
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| gptkbp:symbolizes |
peace and reconciliation
sacrifice and valor |
| gptkbp:unveiled_on |
April 16, 2021
November 11, 2021 |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
2
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